The Year in Review

2016 was a big year in Charlotte. New restaurants and businesses opened, and a new crop of power players made themselves known. To celebrate, we’ve compiled a list of SouthPark Magazine‘s 10 most-read stories in 2016. So let’s raise a glass and toast to the stories of last year—and the ones to come.

Charlotte’s drinks scene is awash with exciting changes. From innovative cocktail bars to cool coffeehouses, the city is soaked in a creative culture for imbibing. We’ve found 10 people who are stirring up the scene with new spirits, unexpected brews, and the sips you can’t wait to sample. These are the people shaping the way Charlotte drinks.

From tech-savvy entrepreneurs to table-filling restaurateurs, these 12 dynamic duos are setting the new standard for Charlotte power couples. While more established names—Levine, Bechtler, and Curry—make the list, you’ll find plenty of fresh faces bringing double doses of creativity to town.